Travel SLP in Bakersfield, CA - 13-Week Assignment

Pioneer Healthcare Services; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Referral bonus

License reimbursement

Weekly pay

Job summary

Pioneer Healthcare Services seeks a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a Bakersfield, CA assignment in an inpatient setting. The role is a 13-week contract with 40 hours per week and day shifts.

Responsibilities include assessing communication and swallowing needs, delivering therapy, and collaborating with the care team while supporting patients and families. CA licensure and an M.S. in SLP are required. Competitive weekly pay and benefits accompany the assignment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• California licensure or certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' communication and swallowing needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy to improve speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing skills.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients and families on communication strategies and safe swallowing techniques.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Implement interventions in outpatient, acute care, and skilled nursing settings.
• Participate in discharge planning and coordinate follow-up care.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Pioneer Healthcare Services seeks a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a Bakersfield, CA assignment in an inpatient setting. The role is a 13-week contract with 40 hours per week and day shifts.

Responsibilities include assessing communication and swallowing needs, delivering therapy, and collaborating with the care team while supporting patients and families. CA licensure and an M.S. in SLP are required. Competitive weekly pay and benefits accompany the assignment.